Joana holds a BSc in Biology, a MSc in Evolutionary and Developmental Biology and a PhD in Biomedical Sciences from Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal. Her work has been focused on the impact of non-canonical Wnt signaling in the collective behavior of endothelial cells — cells that made up the lining of blood vessels — found in the umbilical cord of newborns.
A training program combining a series of running exercises using an adapted device improves cardiorespiratory endurance of adolescents and young adults ... Read more
Healthcare professionals should develop new strategies for helping to fulfill the now unmet needs of parents whose children have severe cerebral ... Read more
Motor, cognitive, and speech impairments are more severe in infants with cerebral palsy associated with congenital Zika syndrome (CZS), a study ... Read more
One in four children with cerebral palsy experiences behavioral difficulties that seem to be associated with sleep problems and nighttime pain, ... Read more
A review found limited evidence that botox outperforms other forms of treatment in improving walking, joint motion, or muscle spasticity in ... Read more
Surf therapy is a viable therapeutic option to improve physical fitness among children living with physical disabilities due to cerebral palsy, ... Read more
The structure and composition of temporary deciduous teeth, commonly known as “baby teeth,” are different in children with cerebral palsy, compared ... Read more
